Uncategorized – The Fernandez Law Group https://thefernandezlawgroup.com Tampa Injury Lawyers and Attorneys at Law Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:40:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8 https://thefernandezlawgroup.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/favicon.png Uncategorized – The Fernandez Law Group https://thefernandezlawgroup.com 32 32 2021 FLORIDA CRIME RATE DROPPED FOR RECORD 50-YEAR LOW https://thefernandezlawgroup.com/2023/01/19/2021-florida-crime-rate-drop/ Thu, 19 Jan 2023 20:17:24 +0000 https://thefernandezlawgroup.com/?p=33753 According to the 2021 Annual Uniform Crime Report, crime is down in Florida for a 50-year low.

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2021 FLORIDA CRIME RATE DROPPED FOR RECORD 50-YEAR LOW

According to the Annual Uniform Crime Report, the 2021 Florida crime rate is down to a 50-year low.  Covering the calendar year of 2021, the report shows Florida’s total crime volume dropped 8.3 percent, with 38.524 fewer reported index crimes compared to 2020.

Domestic violence along with violent and property crimes also decreased in 2021.  The summary-based crime stats can be found online at www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJAB/UCR/Annual-Reports.

239 Florida law enforcement agencies submitted summary-based crime stats covering 57.5% of the population.  Data received was combined into a statewide aggregate covering the entire population of Florida and compared to 2020 annual figures to determine statewide trends for 2021.  Not all agencies submitted summary-based crime statistics because they are transitioning to the Florida Incident-Based Reporting System (FIBRS).

Around 30 agencies have already transitioned into incident-based uniform crime reporting with around 140 still in the process.  Agencies can backfill data from previous reporting periods as they fully transition.  Florida incident-based crime statistics will be posted near the end of 2022.

Incident-based crime statistics provide more robust and dynamic crime reporting.  FIBRS collects 56 more offense categories than summary-based reporting, including more detailed victim, offender, arrestee and property data on each crime occurrence.  This expanded set of data can be used by law enforcement agencies to target their resources more effectively, by governments to guide policy and by researchers and the public working to understand crime in Florida.  Incident-based crime stats will be published quarterly, with the next report published on February 28, 2023.

FDLE began tracking crime statistics in 1971.  For more information about the transition from summary to incident-based crime reporting, see:

http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Regions-Divisions/Documents/Media-Packet-CJIS-Projects-November-10-2022-FINAL.aspx.

For further information about the 2021 Florida Crime Rate, contact the FDLE Office for Public Information at (850) 410-7001.


Our law firm is here to answer questions about the Florida gun buying age law and any other gun, firearm or weapon related questions.

If someone has been charged with any type of gun, firearm or weapons violation, they need to act immediately in order to preserve every possible opportunity for a stronger defense.

At Fernandez Law Group, our team of gun lawyers work diligently at scrutinizing over every single last detail in every case in order to find any flaws or errors in the police procedure.

These errors can lead to reduction in charges, fines, and sentencing. In some cases, we’ve even had cases that were completely dismissed.

We pay very close attention to every case and review them with our clients on a continual basis.

We offer free initial consultations with detailed case reviews


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NEWSLETTER: 2021 FLorida Crime Rate dropped for record 50-year low.

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6 SIGNS OF A STRONG PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM https://thefernandezlawgroup.com/2022/11/03/6-signs-of-a-strong-personal-injury-claim/ Thu, 03 Nov 2022 17:07:40 +0000 https://thefernandezlawgroup.com/?p=33723 MANY PEOPLE ARE ENTITLED TO PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS AND DON’T REALIZE IT Whenever a personal injury occurs, many people might...

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MANY PEOPLE ARE ENTITLED TO PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS AND DON’T REALIZE IT

Whenever a personal injury occurs, many people might not realize whether or not they are entitled to compensation for damages.  Others might feel they are entitled, but scared to pursue.  And in situations where a case might be extremely strong, the other party may try to discredit and intimidate the victim into settling for less or nothing at all.

While the results of potential personal injury cases may be uncertain, our team of experienced Tampa personal injury lawyers are here to help.  Our free, no obligation consultation and detailed case review can help give you a better understanding of the potential of your case.  And if you are entitled to a claim, we’re ready to fight aggressively on your behalf.

Here are 6 signs of a strong personal injury claim:

1.  The liable party admitted guilt

One of the most effective weapons for a lawyer when preparing to take a personal injury to court is when a defendant has admitted guilt.  This often occurs before litigation.  It is not uncommon for defendants to admit their guilt at the scene of an accident.

2.  You have proof the defendant breached the duty of care

Duty of care is the responsibility every has to try and avoid causing harm to others.

Whenever someone suffers injuries because of someone else’s reckless behavior or disregard for the safety of others, a duty of care is breached.  Business owners, car drivers, rideshare services, private and commercial landowners, truck drivers and boaters are often the focal point of Tampa personal injury claims due to breach of duty of care.

3.  You have severe medical injuries

Anytime you suffer serious injuries that can be proved in court with medical evidence, you likely have a very strong case.  Medical bills, doctor appointments and records showing cost of treatment are necessary to help provide extra assurance that a case is legitimate and worth pursuing – and therefore, more likely to have a favorable outcome.

4.  The accident led to personal damages

Recovering damages is a basic goal of every personal injury case.  Financial and emotional losses are often covered by the at-fault party.If you’ve experienced similar losses, you likely have grounds for a lawsuit.

5.  There is photographic evidence

Real-time accident capture from dash cams, surveillance cameras, traffic cameras and witnesses often provide some of the strongest and most compelling evidence in personal injury cases.  This type of evidence can easily back up the allegations of a plaintiff and demonstrate the carelessness of a defendant.

6.  You didn’t make any mistakes

Sometimes even the strongest personal injury cases can fall apart if a victim makes seemingly innocent, yet significant mistakes.  These include:

  • Posting on social media after any accident or injury
  • Not seeking immediate medical care after the incident in question
  • Admitting fault, especially to the insurers
  • Ignoring the advice of doctors
  • Not having adequate documentation of medical records
  • Giving consent to insurers to record your statements
  • Signing official documents given by insurance adjusters
  • Not hiring a personal injury lawyer

Our Tampa Personal Injury Lawyers and dedicated support staff will focus on your needs while providing superior, effective, and vigorous representation of your interests.

We are paid for our legal services only if we obtain a recovery on your behalf, and we will come to your home or to the hospital for your convenience.

CALL US TODAY AT 813-489-3222, USE OUR CONTACT FORM, EMAIL OR TEXT US FOR A FREE CONSULTATION AND CASE EVALUATION.

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